The 3-Season Lounger

Synonymously sexy and sophisticated, the chaise lounge represents the ultimate in luxe lounging.
From neo-classical French society to the decks of the Titanic to modern-day resorts and hotels,
this elongated chair sets the scene for relaxation and lets you - literally - kick up your
feet.

It may come naturally to think of these loungers as accessory seating to water
scenes. They're perfect along the beach or lined up around the pool, right? That's true, but
we've found the chaise lounge is enjoyable nearly year 'round. Read on for a look at the best
way to enjoy your chaise in each season.

Spring

There's no better way to take in Spring's first blossoms than from the reclined position of a
chaise lounge. This piece of furniture will afford you the best view of the trees coming back to
life. Temps are rising and the sun is shining just a little brighter. It's the perfect time of
year to get reacquainted with the outdoors.

Here's what you might need:

Light jacket

Romantic era poetry - we suggest Coleridge or Blake

Cup
of hot tea

Stationary to catch up on traditional correspondence

Binoculars for a
better look at all the new life

Lap dog

Summer

Warm air and sunshine - these are the things a chaise lounge loves best. In fact, some folks
call the chaise lounge a sun lounger. The reclining feature of a chaise makes it perfect for
browsing a gossip mag or lying flat for an afternoon nap. Any hotel pool would be remiss to
forget the chaise lounges and no resort can claim to be a "paradise" if this staple piece of
furniture is not present.

Here's what you might need:

Swimsuit -
sarong and other clothing optional

Bare feet

Sunglasses

Chic
sunhat

Sunscreen … and more sunscreen

NY Times Bestseller - the trashier the
better

Mimosas … and more Mimosas

Your favorite tunes on your MP3
player

A fabulous pedicure

Fall

The days get a little cooler and nature's colors are changing all around. This is a fantastic
time to squeeze in one more slice of downtime before the harsh winter months start wearing away
at you. Fall air has a clean feel to it that makes it perfect for napping, and just as with
Spring, what better way is there to take in the changing trees, than from the reclined position
of a chaise lounge?

Here's what you might need:

A large blanket
for wrapping around your body

Chapstick

Scarf, possibly a stocking cap

A
cup of hot cider or a great Fall beer

Homemade breads or cookies

Any horror
fiction from Shelley to Poe to King

Piles of leaves

Winter

A snow-covered chaise lounge really doesn't sound that enjoyable so this season might get
short-changed. However, it is a wonderful opportunity to state the importance of storing any
kind of outdoor furniture indoors during the winter when it's possible. If you have the space,
put your patio furniture in a shed, a garage, or your basement to keep them out of the wet snow.
This should lengthen the lifespan of your investments.